Senior Corporate Paralegal

Senior Corporate Paralegal Join to apply for the Senior Corporate Paralegal role at Watson Goepel LLP. Organization & Position Summary Watson Goepel LLP is a growing and dynamic multi-service law firm based in Downtown Vancouver with offices in West Vancouver and Calgary, Alberta. We offer challenging and rewarding opportunities in a professional and collegial environment. Location: Vancouver, Canada Job Type: Full-time Salary: $85,000 - $120,000 annually Contact Caeleigh Cardwell, Human Resources Coordinator, ccardwell@watsongoepel.com Duties & Responsibilities Assisting lawyers with drafting for tax-driven transactions, including preparation of legal transaction documents for section 85 rollovers and section 86/51 exchanges, and preparation of closing agendas and document lists. Drafting detailed reporting letters on the completion of transactions and closing books. Preparing corporate documents for transactions such as incorporations, amalgamations, alterations, share allotments and transfers, redemptions, dividends, name changes, director/officer changes, changes of registered and records office, and assisting in the production of other corporate transactions as needed. Preparing filing creation and organization documents for limited partnerships. Conducting name reservations with BC Registry and Online Services. Conducting Nuans reservations. Maintaining Minutebox database and precedent systems, including creating new cards for incoming record books. Recording book reviews and drafting deficiency memos. Scanning records and establishing virtual record books. Conducting searches on BC Online, Corporations Canada, and Land Title. Drafting routine correspondence with clients, lawyers, and department staff. Performing conflict searches. Assisting with audit enquiry responses. Sending minute books out for registered and records office changes. Maintaining BC, Federal, and Societies filings annually. Liaising with Corporate Services paralegals with affiliated law firms. Mentoring and guiding junior staff on best practices, file management, and interaction with lawyers and clients. Providing quality control over corporate records, annual maintenance, and statutory filings. Monitoring corporate legislative changes, policies, and procedures of BC Registrar of Companies. Assisting with developing and updating precedents and procedures to enhance efficiency across the team. Researching and carrying out corporate filings in other Canadian provinces if necessary. Managing Smartsheet databases for various projects. The Ideal Candidate A positive and upbeat attitude. Excellent organizational skills with great attention to detail. A “self-starter” personality. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proven ability to work with autonomy, managing deadlines and resolving issues independently. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with lawyers, clients, and colleagues. Required & Preferred Qualifications Minimum 5+ years’ experience as a corporate paralegal, with experience leading transactions. Strong working knowledge of BC and Federal corporate statutes, registries, and filing systems. Experience mentoring and/or supervising junior staff is preferred. Experience with corporate filing requirements in Alberta and/or Ontario is preferred. Job Details Job type: Full-time, 8-hour shifts, Monday – Friday. In person. Additional Pay: Overtime pay (if required). Benefits Monthly firm events. Casual Fridays. Extended benefits. Employee Assistance Programs. Paid time off. Tuition reimbursement (if required). Access to building amenities. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Other Job function Legal Industries Legal Services #J-18808-Ljbffr